2002 Ford Econovan vs. 1991 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2002 Ford Econovan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1991 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2002 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Mazda RX-7 (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Econovan | 1991 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Econovan | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2430 mm |
